Deer Ridge Lookout

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Idaho Panhandle National Forests

Cabin / lookout rental · USDA Forest Service · Idaho Panhandle National Forests Fees: reservable on Recreation.gov (nightly fee) Season: Early June to Late September Status: none Reservations: Reservations can be made at Recreation.gov . Reservations must be made 4 days ahead of arrival and can be made up to 6 months in advance. Overview Deer Ridge Lookout, perched on a 40 foot timber frame, boasts excellent views of the Purcell mountain ranges of Northern Idaho, Canada and Montana. Located 24 miles northeast of Bonners Ferry, guests can enjoy magnificent scenery, hiking and wildlife watching. The lookout can be accessed by car and the gravel road to the lookout is well maintained. Recreation Hiking and viewing the scenery are two well-loved activities at the facility. Hiking trails from the lookout follow along the Deer Ridge and Ruby Ridge. Huckleberry picking is enjoyed from August to September. Fly fishing is available in the Moyie River, where anglers can cast for rainbow and brook trout. Make sure to check all regulations and secure all permits with the local Fish and Wildlife department before heading out. Facilities The 14' X 14' cabin has a wraparound catwalk, with a trap door that lifts for… Getting there: Take Highway 95/2 north from the Bonners Ferry Ranger Station for 5 miles. Turn right onto Highway 2 and head east for 2 miles. Turn left onto Meadow Creek Road and head north and east for 10 miles to the bridge over the Moyie River. Turn right onto Road 2541 (Placer Creek Road) and go east 1.5 miles. Next, drive north on Road 2540 for 6 miles until the road ends at Deer Ridge Lookout. Rules: Dogs are not allowed in any of our cabins, lookouts or historic recreation areas that are available for reservation. Phone: 208-267-5561 Official page: https://www.recreation.gov/camping/campgrounds/234429 Source: Recreation.gov, USDA Forest Service. Fees and seasons change; check the official page before you go. Photos: Recreation.gov